Global Interest Rates and Central Bank Meeting Calendar

Global interest rates generally refer to the benchmark policy rates set by central banks across different economies. These rates influence borrowing costs, financial returns and market expectations, although the definition of the benchmark differs between central banks.

Broker Alarab provides a comparison of benchmark interest rates across major central banks, including the latest recorded rate and its associated decision date. Readers can also consult official central bank sources to verify the latest information.

Most central banks publish schedules for regular monetary policy meetings in advance. The number and timing of meetings vary by institution, and unscheduled decisions may also occur. Broker Alarab lists available officially announced meeting dates.

A rate hike increases the benchmark policy rate, a rate cut reduces it, and a hold leaves it unchanged. Central banks make these decisions based on economic conditions, inflation and financial developments.

One basis point equals 0.01 percentage points. A 25-basis-point increase therefore raises a policy rate by 0.25 percentage points, for example from 4.00% to 4.25%.

Differences in policy rates and expectations about future changes can influence currency demand and capital flows. Exchange rates also depend on inflation, economic growth, financial risks and whether central bank decisions match market expectations.

No. Gold may benefit from lower real yields or a weaker US dollar in some circumstances, but prices also respond to inflation expectations, geopolitical risks, investment demand and broader market conditions.

It means the scheduled announcement time has passed, but the new outcome has not yet been recorded in Broker Alarab data. The previously confirmed policy rate remains displayed with its original decision date until the new result is entered.